Volvo has unveiled the 2011 V60 sports wagon at the Paris Motor Show.
Based on the S60, the estate features sporty styling and a luxurious interior with a five-inch infotainment display, urbane wood trim, and a boot which can hold 430 liters (15.2 cubic feet) of luggage.
There will be a variety of engines available. The 3.0-liter T6 petrol produces 300 bhp, allowing the AWD car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 6.6 seconds and hit a limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Other alternatives include several GTDi (Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection) engines as well as two diesel engines.
Volvo has also already launching an R-design model. Next to the sport exterior and luxury interior, the R-model also has a sports chassis for a completely new driving experience.
Later on, a DRIVe model will be introduced with a 1.6-liter engine that produces 113 bhp.
-> For more info, please find the Press Release after the break..
Porsche has revealed a new supercar in the 911 model range. The Porsche 911 Carrera GTS wide body has a 3.8-litre engine with 402 bhp closes the gap between the Carrera S with 380 bhp and the 911 GT3 with 429 bhp. The increase in power comes from a redesigned intake manifold with six vacuum-controlled tuning flaps for optimized power and torque geometry compared to the one tuning flap in the Carrera S.
As for the exterior, upgrades include SportDesign front bumper with lip spoiler and special sideskirts, both painted in black, and the Carrera GTS graphics on the doors and rear lid.
The 911 Carrera GTS will first be available in the German market in December, with a price tag of €104,935 for the Coupe and €115,050 for the Cabriolet.
-> Please find the Press Release after the break..
Runimation Studios on behalf of Pagani Automobili has released this stunning new video for the Pagani Zonda Tricolore.
The Zonda Tricolore was created as a tribute to the Italian National Aerobatic Team known as Frecce Tricolori (meaning Tricolour Arrows in Italian).
While based on the Zonda Cinque, the Tricolore has some distinctive differences. The front end features special LED lights that look like the tail fin of an airplane. The Tricolore has a new air intake as well, in the shape of a small vertical fin on top of the engine cover. A clear blue lacquer coating and Frecce Tricori-mimicking strips running on the sides of the car complete the impressive body look.
Earlier this year, at the Geneva Auto Show, this Zonda Tricolore was unveiled with a price tag of €1.3 million.
We’ve found a set of four videos featuring the new Audi A7 Sportback touring the Italian island Sardinia.
The videos add up to about 18 minutes worth of driving scenes and interior/exterior beauty shots of the Audi A7 Sportback in both 3.0 TDI and TFSI form.
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As most people know, Ayrton Senna is regarded as one of the greatest formula one drivers of all time. The potential to add to his three Formula 1 world titles was cut short when he was tragically killed while leading the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix. His native Brazil soon declared three days of mourning for the legendary racing driver.
This is the first trailer of the movie commemorating Ayrton Senna’s life.
Mercedes-Benz has released the first TV commercial for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG.
“It’s the universal gesture, a way of telling the world you ‘did it’ without saying a word,” the narrator of this commercial says. And to prove his point, we’re treated to clips of people – some famous, some not so – raising their arms in a sign of victory and triumph. Yep, there’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Muhammad Ali, Michelle Kwan, and Roger Federer raising their arms in sheer joy.
Then, the video cuts to the Mercedes SLS AMG opening its gullwing doors. You don’t need to be Einstein to figure out what the symbolism behind that is.
Rolls-Royce has announced two bespoke Phantoms for the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The Baynunah Phantom features BMW-sourced Milano Beige paint, an Everflex tan roof, a gold plated Spirit of Ecstasy, and 21-inch seven-spoke wheels. Interior options include Walnut bur veneer, Arabian camel harness-inspired wood inlay, a Starlight headliner, and RR logo embroidered headrests.
The other edition is the falcon inspired Shaheen Phantom Coupe, with Orchid Pearl paint and 21-inch polished wheels. The cabin offers Mugello Red / Seashell leather upholstery, a red carbon fiber instrument panel, and Marine White veneers.
-> Check out the Press Release after the break for more information.
Ford has officially revealed the 2012 Mustang Boss 302 and Boss 302 Laguna Seca. The cars are inspired by the classic 1969 model.
Power is generated by a revised version of the Mustang GT’s 5.0 litre V8 powerhouse. It produces 440 bhp and 515 Nm of torque thanks to a new intake, a quad exhaust, and modified camshafts.
To ensure a nice sporty ride, Ford added higher-rate coil springs and stiffer suspension bushings. In addition, these models also get a speed-sensitive electronic steering system (with three modes: Comfort, normal and sport), defeatable traction control / electronic stability control systems, and adjustable shocks (with five manual settings) and struts.
Other cool performance stuff include a race-inspired clutch, a short-throw six-speed manual transmission, and a Brembo front braking system.
Please find the press release after the break for more detailed information
Jaguar unveiled the XJ75 Platinum Concept as a way to celebrate their 75th anniversary.
The anniversary model is based on the XJL Supercharged and features Satin Matte Pearlescent White paint, black accents, an aerodynamic body kit, and 22-inch alloy wheels.
According to the XJ’s Chief Designer, Giles Taylor, “From a pure design perspective, the XJ75 Platinum Concept is foremost about emphasizing the striking proportion and presence of the new XJ, with a distilled black and white theme, which conjures up the sense of precious platinum.”
The press release after the break gives further info on this special car.
